Clinical Assistant Professor in Exercise Science
Job Description
Operating Title
Clinical Assistant Professor in Exercise ScienceCampus Location
DurhamDepartment
UNH CHHS Kinesiology DepartmentSummary of Position
Candidates must have strong evidence of successful teaching at the university level as the principal instructor. The teaching responsibilities related to this position may include fitness and graded exercise testing, exercise prescription for both general and special populations, biomechanics of exercise and exercise science laboratory courses.
In addition to teaching at the undergraduate level other duties include involvement in academic advising of undergraduate students, supervising undergraduate and graduate students in clinical activities and research, and directing and expanding both the UNH Employee Fitness Center and Employee Fitness Program. The Employee Fitness Program offers exercise programming and one-on-one exercise training for benefits-eligible faculty and staff, provided by the students of the Exercise Science program as their capstone experience. Under the guidance of the faculty member, students conduct health screenings, fitness testing, and metabolic, cardiac and pulmonary testing prior to and after the development and implementation of exercise training programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating student staffing in the Employee Fitness Center, managing and mentoring students through their capstone experience and the recruitment of clients for the Employee Fitness Program. More details about the program and facility are described here. In addition to teaching and clinical responsibilities, candidates are expected to contribute to the service mission of the university through departmental, university, community, and professional service.
Additional Job Information
Aurora V. Vellante, MS.
Chair of Search Committee
University of New Hampshire, Department of Kinesiology
Durham, NH 03824
Aurora.vellante@unh.edu
Posting Number
PF0904FY25Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
Candidates are required to submit a letter of application indicating how qualifications and experiences fit the requirements of the position, curriculum vitae, and diversity statement that articulates how your efforts or experience would help the department and campus foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. Applications received by January 15, 2025, will be given full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted online through https://jobs.usnh.edu/.
Salary Information
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63280Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.0Faculty Information
Renewable (Please specify below)If Renewable or Number of years, please specify
3Type of Position
Clinical FacultyPosting Date
11/06/2024Open Until Filled
YesInterested Internal Candidates Exist?
YesAppointment Type
RegularThis position is responsible for the supervision of
StudentsSpecial Requirements
A background check will be required as a condition of employment.EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
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Institution Information
UNH is the state’s public research university, providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate programs and graduate programs of distinction. Its primary purpose is learning: faculty working with students in teaching, research, creative expression, and service. UNH has a national and international agenda, holds land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant charters, and has a Carnegie “very high research activity” classification. The Carnegie Foundation has also identified UNH as a “community engaged” university. From its main Durham campus, its college in Manchester, and the school of law in Concord, the University serves New Hampshire and the region through continuing education, cooperative extension, cultural outreach, economic development activities, and applied research.
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